Senior Fire Alarm Technician

1 Service Group Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Job summary

1 Service Group Pty Ltd in Castle Hill, Sydney NSW, employs a Senior Fire Alarm Technician to work on complex fire detection systems as part of a full-time role. The position focuses on fault finding, testing and maintenance on networked systems for major infrastructure assets including WestConnex.

The role requires experience with Simplex and Petronics panels, network communications, GUIs, programming and advanced fault diagnostics. A strong onsite focus with a company vehicle provided.

Qualifications

• Experience servicing and troubleshooting electronic fire detection and alarm systems.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills for fire Alarm panels.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and system configurations.
• Experience with networked fire detection systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify faults on fire indicator panels and networked systems.
• Work with Simplex, Petronics, and other major fire alarm panels.
• Investigate network communication faults, node failures, and power supply issues.
• Troubleshoot GUI interfaces and related network equipment.
• Perform programming, configuration and commissioning within competencies.
• Test and maintain fire detection systems per Australian Standards.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations.

Skills

Fault-finding

Electronic fault-diagnosis

Fire alarm systems

Networked systems

Wiring diagrams

Independent problem solving

Driver's licence

Education

Fire protection qualifications

Electrical qualifications

Tools

Simplex panels

Petronics panels

Notifier systems

Siemens systems

Job description

1 Service Group Pty Ltd
Castle Hill, Sydney NSW | Full Time

Work on Some of Sydney's Most Complex Fire Detection Systems

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Technician looking for more than routine testing and maintenance?

1 Service Group is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Technician with strong fault-finding capabilities and experience working with networked fire detection systems.

You'll have the opportunity to work on major infrastructure assets, including Sydney's WestConnex motorway network, alongside our established commercial maintenance operations.

We're particularly interested in technicians with experience in Simplex fire alarm systems, Pertonics, network communications, graphical user interfaces (GUIs), programming and advanced fault diagnostics.

Senior Fire Alarm Technician – Networked Fire Systems

1 Service Group Pty Ltd
Castle Hill, Sydney NSW | Full Time

Work on Some of Sydney's Most Complex Fire Detection Systems

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Technician looking for more than routine testing and maintenance?

1 Service Group is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Technician with strong fault-finding capabilities and experience working with networked fire detection systems.

You'll have the opportunity to work on major infrastructure assets, including Sydney's WestConnex motorway network, alongside our established commercial maintenance operations.

We're particularly interested in technicians with experience in Simplex fire alarm systems, Pertonics, network communications, graphical user interfaces (GUIs), programming and advanced fault diagnostics.

About 1 Service Group

1 Service Group is an established essential services company specialising in Fire Protection, Mechanical HVAC and Hydraulic Services.

Our Fire Protection division maintains complex fire detection and suppression systems across major Sydney infrastructure and commercial facilities.

We pride ourselves on delivering technically competent services and giving our technicians the support and equipment needed to do their jobs properly.

The Role

This is a hands-on technical position involving a combination of preventative maintenance, complex fault diagnosis, system repairs and specialist technical work.

Responsibilities include:

• Diagnosing and rectifying faults on fire indicator panels and networked fire detection systems
• Working with Simplex and other major fire alarm panel manufacturers
• Investigating network communication faults, node failures, power supply issues and intermittent system faults
• Troubleshooting fire alarm graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and associated network equipment
• Performing programming, configuration and commissioning activities within your demonstrated competencies and authorisations
• Testing and maintaining fire detection systems in accordance with Australian Standards
• Investigating complex system faults and developing practical rectification solutions
• Working on critical infrastructure where system reliability and operational continuity are essential
• Preparing accurate technical reports and recommendations

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience servicing and troubleshooting electronic fire detection and alarm systems
• Strong electronic fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience working with fire indicator panels and associated field devices
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, technical documentation and system configurations
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical problems
• Current driver's licence

Highly Desirable:

• Hands-on experience with Simplex & Petronics fire alarm panels and networked systems
• Experience diagnosing network communication faults and intermittent system failures
• Familiarity with fire alarm GUIs, network nodes and associated communications equipment
• Fire panel programming and commissioning experience
• Experience with Notifier, Ampac, Siemens or other major fire alarm systems
• Experience maintaining fire detection systems within tunnels, transport infrastructure or other critical facilities
• Relevant fire protection, electronics or electrical qualifications and accreditations

Simplex & Petronics experience is highly regarded, but technicians with strong experience on other major fire alarm platforms are encouraged to apply.

Why Join 1 Service Group?

• Major infrastructure exposure: Work on complex fire protection systems across Sydney's motorway and commercial infrastructure
• Challenging technical work: More than routine detector testing — genuine opportunities to investigate and resolve complex faults
• Excellent remuneration: Competitive salary package reflecting your experience and technical capabilities
• Company vehicle and mobile phone
• Stable full-time employment with an established and growing company
• Technical development: Opportunities to expand your expertise in advanced fire detection and networked systems
• Supportive team: Work alongside experienced fire protection professionals
• Career progression: Opportunities to develop into senior technical and specialist roles